I remember folding laundry with the radio on, kids arguing about whose turn it was to feed the dog, and our neighbor dropping by with a plate of cookies because she “had extra.” Life in my forties with two kids between eight and twelve feels cozy and a little chaotic, and I love finding small moments of magic between school runs and evening homework. Those afternoons when sunlight hits the kitchen table just right are perfect for pulling out glue sticks and paper. Little hands, big laughs, and projects that transform a corner of our home into something warm and…


